Ingredients

• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• ¼ red onion, sliced
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil
• 3.5 cups Puy lentils
• 1 carrot, peeled and chopped into small pieces
• 4 celery stalks, washed and chopped into small pieces
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon rock salt
• 4 cups water
• Chopped coriander, to serve
• Crushed toasted cashews, to serve (optional)

Instructions

• Soak 1.5-2 cups dried lentils covered in water overnight
• Drain and rinse before using
• Heat oil in a large saucepan
• Once hot, add the garlic and onion
• Cook for a few minutes until starting to soften
• Add the remaining ingredients and bring to the boil
• Cover and lower to medium
• Cook for 30 minutes or until the lentils and vegetables are tender
• Season to taste with salt and pepper if required
• Using a stick blender, process to a chunky-style soup
• Top with the coriander and cashews to serve

Storage
This soup once cooled, can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Source: http://nadiafelsch.com/2014/06/20/easy-peasy-lentil-soup/

Thank you Nadia Felsch – we’re loving this recipe already.

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http://nadiafelsch.com/recipes/lunch/

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SALAD IN A JAR 

• 1⁄2 cup chickpeas
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄2 tablespoon olive oil (+ 1⁄2 tablespoon to serve)
• 1⁄2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt & pepper
• 1⁄2 cup cherry tomatoes, washed Thin slices red onion
• 1⁄2 cup mixed olives, pitted
• 1 cup mixed leaves, washed & dried

SERVES 1 – V, VG, GF

Combine well the chickpeas, spices, oil, balsamic, salt & pepper
Layer mix first in the jar as a base followed by extra 1⁄2 tablespoon olive oil

Follow with tomatoes (leave whole so there’s no sogginess)
Onion, olives & mixed leaves are the final layers in that order

Seal in an airtight glass jar & enjoy for lunch either as is or pour into a bowl

This post from Sam Brown…

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Choose from omlettes, pancakes, scrambled eggs, muesli, porridge, fritters and more!

And remember to take a pic of your tasty creation and post your feedback on the Working-IN members Facebook page to part of the “Working-IN with Nadia Challenge” – bring on breakfast team!!! : )

http://nadiafelsch.com/recipes/breakfast/

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Nadia Felsch explores how to know what’s best for you at brekkie time and provides some tips on trying out different options to keep things interesting.

http://nadiafelsch.com/2014/10/31/breakfast-sweet-vs-savoury/

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As we are focused on healthy cooking from scratch this week we want to take this to the next level.

We are so excited to invite you to join the “Working-IN with Nadia Motivational Member Challenge” that will run throughout WEEK 5, 6 and 7. We have prizes, giveaways and MORE for the most inspiring and motivational members each week!

All you have to do to participate in this member initiative is:

1. DOWNLOAD Nadia’s FREE 7 Day Meal Plan (save this to your computer or handheld for future reference)
2. Determine when in the next 3 weeks you would like to begin your 7 Day Plan – you can start any day of the week (but we recommend starting on a Monday if you can)
3. Prepare your shopping list – and ensure you make a trip to Scoop Wholefoods at Mona Vale for all your grains, nuts, seeds, dried food and special oils (don’t forget your member discount card!)
4. Take before, during and after photos or videos of you shopping, preparing and enjoying your healthy and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks.
5. Post your photos and feedback on the new Working-IN Members Facebook group or email to hello@working-in.com.au

If this is just not the right time for you to commit to a full 7 Day Plan we would still LOVE you to participate by even trying just 1 or 2 of Nadia’s breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack recipes. If you can share your experience, even better!

We are hoping to have a super surprise to announce by Week 8 when all our Working-IN with Nadia participants will have the chance to collect their prizes – stay tuned : )

Good luck everyone – here’s to 3 weeks of healthy meal planning, shopping and cooking…..and to a healthier, happier more wholesome you!!!!

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Ingredients:

1 cup cashews (could try substituting with walnuts)

1⁄2 cup dessicated coconut

1 scoop quality protein powder

15 Medjool dates

1 tablespoon chia seeds

1 tablespoon maple syrup

2 tablespoons raw pepitas

2 tablespoons water

Good crack of salt

Extra coconut for rolling

Method:

• Blend cashews first in a food processor until in chunk-form
• Add all other ingredients, blend until formed
• Pour extra coconut into a bowl
• Roll mixture into small balls & coat in the bowl of dessicated coconut
• Freeze to set & enjoy!
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for up to 2 weeks

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